Iced Hibiscus Tea

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Ingredients

1. 2 quarts plus 1/2 cup water
2. 1 1/2 cups dried hibiscus flowers (1 1/2 ounces; see Note)
3. 1 cup sugar
4. Ice cubes

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the water and hibiscus flowers and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat for 5 minutes. Add the sugar and cook, stirring, until dissolved. Pour the drink into a medium bowl. Fill a larger bowl with ice water and set the smaller bowl inside. Stir the drink occasionally until chilled, about 10 minutes. Strain the cooler into a pitcher and serve in tall glasses over ice.